Ali Ballard, LCSW

Ali is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has spent her career providing mental health and case management services to children, families and adults in need. For the past 10 years, Ali has held leadership positions at Bay Area nonprofits including Seneca Family of Agencies, Fred Finch Youth & Family Services, and Bay Area Community Services.

Currently, Ali owns a private therapy practice in Oakland, and provides consulting to agencies building social service programs. Ali grew up in the Bay Area, and after spending time living in Boston, Washington D.C. and Chicago, has returned to the Bay to be near family and sunny weather. Ali is passionate about empowering families with the resources they need to thrive in their own unique ways, which is why she joined the Hively Board of Directors in 2022.

When she’s not working, Ali enjoys playing with her dog, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and watching embarrassing reality TV shows.